Minutes of Strategy and Assets Committee

Minutes of the Strategy and Assets Committee

Meeting Date: Tuesday, 16 October 2018

Location: Council Chambers, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra

Time: 5.05pm

The following members were present:

Clr John Wells - Chairperson

Clr Joanna Gash

Clr Amanda Findley

Clr Patricia White

Clr Kaye Gartner

Clr Nina Cheyne

Clr Annette Alldrick

Clr John Levett

Clr Andrew Guile

Clr Mitchell Pakes

Clr Greg Watson

Clr Mark Kitchener

Clr Bob Proudfoot

Russ Pigg - General Manager

Apologies / Leave of Absence

Nil

Confirmation of the Minutes

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Gash) MIN18.804

That the Minutes of the Strategy and Assets Committee held on Tuesday 18 September 2018 be confirmed.

CARRIED

Declarations of Interest

Nil

Mayoral Minutes

Nil.

Deputations and Presentations

SA18.237 – Proposed Pump Track at Jerry Bailey Oval, Shoalhaven Heads

Jack Doherty, representing Save Jerry Bailey Oval, addressed the meeting and spoke against the recommendation.

Arran Gordon, representing the Shoalhaven Heads Community Forum - Pump Track Sub Committee, addressed the meeting and spoke in favour of the recommendation.

SA18.238 – Ulladulla Skate Park - Audit Report and Recommendations for Facility Update

Moo Dath, representing the West Ulladulla Management Committee, addressed the meeting and spoke regarding the recommendation.

SA18.242 – Shoalhaven Affordable Housing Strategy - Property Acquisition Matters

Terry Barrett, representing Pride of Bomaderry CCB, addressed the meeting and spoke against the recommendation.

Procedural Motion - Bring Item Forward

RESOLVED (Clr Pakes / Clr Guile) MIN18.805

That the matter of the following items be brought forward for consideration:

· SA18.237 - Proposed Pump Track at Jerry Bailey Oval, Shoalhaven Heads - Community Consultation Outcomes and Next Steps

· SA18.238 - Ulladulla Skate Park - Audit Report and Recommendations for Facility Update

· SA18.242 - Shoalhaven Affordable Housing Strategy - Property Acquisition Matters

CARRIED

Reports

SA18.237 Proposed Pump Track at Jerry Bailey Oval, Shoalhaven Heads - Community Consultation Outcomes and Next Steps

HPERM Ref: D18/290897

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council supports the proposal by Shoalhaven Heads Community Forum to construct a BMX Pump Track on Jerry Bailey Oval, Shoalhaven Heads, subject to Shoalhaven Heads Community Forum supplying Council with:

1. Revised Activation Strategy to include a five-year plan for activating the BMX Pump Track;

2. Evaluation Criteria as per Council’s Policy; and

3. Confirmation that they have secured donations and in-kind contributions to fund and deliver the project.

RESOLVED (Clr Pakes / Clr Proudfoot) MIN18.806

1. Revised Activation Strategy to include a five-year plan for activating the BMX Pump Track;

2. Evaluation Criteria as per Council’s Policy; and

3. Confirmation that they have secured donations and in-kind contributions to fund and deliver the project.

CARRIED

SA18.238 Ulladulla Skate Park - Audit Report and Recommendations for Facility Update

HPERM Ref: D18/322224

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council:

1. Receive the Ulladulla Skate Park Audit Report for information and note that the report identifies the estimated end of the useful life of the facility will be reached at the end of 2023.

2. Limit repairs to the existing facility at this time to repairs that the General Manager (Director Finance, Corporate & Community Services) deems appropriate to address high risk defects.

3. Utilise the current budget allocation of $200,000 to engage a consultant to prepare a concept and detail design for the construction of a replacement facility of the Ulladulla Skate Park that considers the recommendations of the Ulladulla Skate Park Audit Report and in consultation with community. Prior to proceeding to detail design, Council receive a report with the concept design for endorsement.

4. Develop a funding plan for the replacement of the Ulladulla Skate Park facility that identifies funding sources, including grant funding opportunities, over a number of budget cycles commencing 2019/20 for inclusion in Council’s long-term financial plan.

5. Commence the preparation of the master plan for the Ulladulla Sports Park using any savings from the current budget allocation of $200,000 for the Ulladulla Skate Park.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr Cheyne) MIN18.807

That Council:

1. Receive the Ulladulla Skate Park Audit Report for information and note that the report identifies the estimated end of the useful life of the facility will be reached at the end of 2023.

2. Limit repairs to the existing facility at this time to repairs that the General Manager (Director Finance, Corporate & Community Services) deems appropriate to address high risk defects.

5. Commence the preparation of the master plan for the Ulladulla Sports Park using any savings from the current budget allocation of $200,000 for the Ulladulla Skate Park.

6. Continue consultation with the Ulladulla Skate Park User Groups in the detailed design process.

CARRIED

SA18.242 Shoalhaven Affordable Housing Strategy - Property Acquisition Matters

HPERM Ref: D18/338075

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council in accordance with Section 10A(2)(C) of The Local Government Act 1993, consider a separate confidential report on the acquisition of additional properties in Bomaderry to facilitate the proposed Shoalhaven Affordable Housing Strategy.

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr White) MIN18.808

CARRIED

SA18.233 2018/2019 Conferences

HPERM Ref: D18/315189

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council

1. Authorises available Councillors to attend the following conferences and such attendance be deemed Council Business.

a. 27^th NSW Coastal Conference

b. 18^th International Cities and Town Centres Conference

c. 2018 Global Eco Asia-Pacific Tourism Conference

d. 2019 Climate Leadership Conference

e. 2019 Australian Coastal Councils Conference

f. 2019 Australian Local Government Women’s Association NSW State Conference

g. Waste 2019 Conference

h. 2019 OzWater Conference

i. 2019 National General Assembly of Local Government

j. 2019 LGNSW Water Management Conference

k. 2019 NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network Conference

l. 2019 LGNSW Annual Conference

2. Require that travel, registration fees, accommodation and all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses be met in accordance with Council Members – Payment of Expenses and Provision of Facilities Policy.

3. Request Councillors attending the conference to provide a written report within 30 days of returning from the conference.

4. Approve rescheduling the Ordinary Meeting in November 2018 from 27 November to 20 November 2018, if there are several councillors wishing to attend the 2018 Global Eco Asia-Pacific Tourism Conference.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White) MIN18.809

That Council

1. Authorises available Councillors to attend the following conferences and such attendance be deemed Council Business.

a. 27^th NSW Coastal Conference

b. 18^th International Cities and Town Centres Conference

c. 2018 Global Eco Asia-Pacific Tourism Conference

d. 2019 Climate Leadership Conference

e. 2019 Australian Coastal Councils Conference

f. 2019 Australian Local Government Women’s Association NSW State Conference

g. Waste 2019 Conference

h. 2019 OzWater Conference

i. 2019 National General Assembly of Local Government

j. 2019 LGNSW Water Management Conference

k. 2019 NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network Conference

l. 2019 LGNSW Annual Conference

m. 2018 & 2019 National Local Roads & Transport Congress

3. Request Councillors attending the conference to provide a written report within 30 days of returning from the conference.

4. Reschedule the Ordinary Meeting in November 2018 from 27 November to 20 November 2018.

CARRIED

SA18.234 Access Areas for Dogs Policy and Off-leash Dog Areas - Sussex Inlet District and Greenwell Point

HPERM Ref: D18/309379

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council resolves to:

1. Bring forward the timing of the comprehensive review of the Access Areas for Dogs Policy from 2020 to the first half of 2019.

2. Have the policy review undertaken in consultation with Ranger Services as the enforcement body, and the broader community, and consider the process for new off-leash dog areas including site criteria and fencing arrangements.

3. Seek quotations for the engagement of a suitably qualified and experienced consultant to facilitate the review, and a further report be presented to Council recommending a preferred consultant and an identified funding source.

4. Defer a decision in relation to an off-leash dog area in the Sussex Inlet District and at Greenwell Point, and signage, until the comprehensive review of the Access Areas for Dogs Policy has been completed.

RESOLVED (Clr White / Clr Gartner) MIN18.810

That Council resolves to:

1. Bring forward the timing of the comprehensive review of the Access Areas for Dogs Policy from 2020 to the first half of 2019.

CARRIED

SA18.235 Installation of Bollards - Marine Vegetation Protection - Jacob Ellmoos Reserve, Sussex Inlet

HPERM Ref: D18/326935

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Install bollards and signage at Jacob Ellmoos Reserve, Sussex Inlet, to comply with NSW DPI Fisheries (Fisheries) issued Permit: PN18/22 in order to protect identified coastal Saltmarsh protected areas, aligning with the Fisheries recommended course of action.

2. Notify neighbouring residents of Council’s Resolution prior to installation and provide Fisheries’ brochure for their information.

3. Hold a workshop with relevant staff in 2019 to discuss potential Policy changes that may reflect Council’s intent and outcomes expected when decisions are made on bollard placement within reserves and Parks.

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr Gartner) MIN18.811

That Council:

2. Notify neighbouring residents of Council’s Resolution prior to installation and provide Fisheries’ brochure for their information.

CARRIED

SA18.236 Establishment of Alcohol Prohibited Area - Huskisson Carnival

HPERM Ref: D18/330739

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council establish an Alcohol Prohibited Area for the duration of Huskisson Carnival at Huskisson Oval annually during December and January.

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr Guile) MIN18.812

That:

1. Council establish an Alcohol Prohibited Area for the duration of Huskisson Carnival at Huskisson Oval annually during December and January.

2. The General Manager (Director, Finance Corporate & Community Services) undertake community education to advise Huskisson residents that the prohibitions will be in place during the Carnival.

CARRIED

SA18.237 Proposed Pump Track at Jerry Bailey Oval, Shoalhaven Heads - Community Consultation Outcomes And Next Steps

HPERM Ref: D18/290897

Item dealt with earlier in the meeting see MIN18.806

SA18.238 Ulladulla Skate Park - Audit Report and Recommendations for Facility Update

HPERM Ref: D18/322224

Item dealt with earlier in the meeting see MIN18.807

SA18.239 Milton Ulladulla Croquet Club Construction - Stage 1 - Revised Timeframes for Completion

HPERM Ref: D18/323950

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council revise the timeframe for the construction of the croquet courts as detailed in Part 4 of MIN17.323 to :

1. Commence construction in fourth quarter of 2018/19 and

2. Complete construction by of the courts in second quarter of 2019/20.

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr Gartner) MIN18.813

That Council revise the timeframe for the construction of the croquet courts as detailed in Part 4 of MIN17.323 to :

1. Commence construction in fourth quarter of 2018/19 and

2. Complete construction by of the courts in second quarter of 2019/20.

CARRIED

SA18.240 Shoalhaven Tennis - Decommission 2 Courts and Waive Outstanding Loan

HPERM Ref: D18/326924

Recommendation

That Council

1. Waive the outstanding loan amount of $7,500 to Shoalhaven Heads Tennis Courts Management Committee,

2. Proceed to decommission Courts 3 & 4 at Shoalhaven Heads Tennis Courts.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Pakes / Clr Gartner)

That Council

1. Waive the outstanding loan amount of $7,500 to Shoalhaven Heads Tennis Courts Management Committee,

2. Proceed to decommission Courts 3 & 4 at Shoalhaven Heads Tennis Courts.

3. That community consultation be undertaken in regard to the future use of the site.

CARRIED

SA18.241 Nowra Showground Buildings Budget

HPERM Ref: D18/330889

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Expend up to $400,000 of the $600,000 2018/19 Special Rate Variation Nowra Showground Buildings Budget on Fire Services Upgrade for the Nowra Showground in order to comply with Building Code of Australia and Local Government Camping Grounds Regulation 2005 requirements.

2. Expend all remaining funds on grandstand leak repair, painting external buildings, roof cleaning and internal painting of Pavilion, Committee Room and Warriors buildings, to the extent that funding permits.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Findley / Clr Alldrick)

That Council:

CARRIED

SA18.242 Shoalhaven Affordable Housing Strategy - Property Acquisition Matters	HPERM Ref: D18/338075
Item dealt with earlier in the meeting see MIN18.808

SA18.243 Sale - Council Land - Lot 1 DP579906 at 27c Broadview Ave Culburra Beach

HPERM Ref: D18/295498

Recommendation

That Council resolves to:

1. Authorise the sale of the land comprised in Lot 1 DP 579906 at 27c Broadview Ave (formerly known as 10 Jopejija Crescent), Culburra Beach to Janet & Paul Francis for $235,000 (inclusive of GST if applicable); and

2. Authorise the General Manager to sign all documents required to give effect to this resolution and to affix the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to all documentation required to be sealed; and

3. Rescind MIN17.1020 (1) & (2).

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Guile / Clr Gash)

That Council resolves to:

3. Rescind MIN17.1020 (1) & (2).

CARRIED

SA18.244 Pilot Project - Council Land Review
Sanctuary Point & St Georges Basin

HPERM Ref: D18/339002

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That:

1. Council endorse Sanctuary Point and St Georges Basin as the location of the Land Review Pilot Project;

2. Staff engage with the community and residents of Sanctuary Point and St Georges Basin to understand:

a. community expectations with regard to parks and reserves generally;

b. the appetite of the community to consider disposal of under performing community land assets to fund improvements to under utilised and/or under developed parks and reserves;

3. Staff undertake detailed investigation of community land within the Pilot Area including those reserves identified in the Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan 2017-2036 to identify which land may be suitable for full or partial disposal; and

4. Council receive a further report detailing outcomes of the community consultation and the detailed investigation of community land within the pilot area.

Note: Clr Pakes left the meeting at 6.28pm

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr Proudfoot) MIN18.814

That Council receive the report on the Pilot Project - Council Land Review, Sanctuary Point and St Georges Basin for information.

CARRIED

SA18.245 Proposed Sale of Lot 4 DP 550354 Island Point Road, St Georges Basin

HPERM Ref: D18/309787

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Approve, in principle, the sale of Council land comprised in a three (3) lot subdivision of Lot 4 DP 550354 Island Point Road, St Georges Basin;

2. Receive a further report in due course regarding the subdivision and final terms and conditions of the proposed sales to adjoining owner(s).

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Guile / Clr White)

That Council:

1. Approve, in principle, the sale of Council land comprised in a three (3) lot subdivision of Lot 4 DP 550354 Island Point Road, St Georges Basin;

2. Receive a further report in due course regarding the subdivision and final terms and conditions of the proposed sales to adjoining owner(s).

CARRIED

SA18.246 Grant of Electricity Easement for Pad Mount Substation and Restriction on the Use of Land to Endeavour Energy - Lot 1 DP860791 - 92 Albatross Road, South Nowra

HPERM Ref: D18/321907

Recommendation

That:

1. Council grant an Easement in favour of Endeavour Energy for a Pad Mount Substation and Restriction on the Use of Land over Council owned land at Lot 1 DP860791, 92 Albatross Road, South Nowra; and

2. Authority be granted to affix the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to any documents required to be sealed and the General Manager be authorised to sign any documentation necessary to give effect to this resolution.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Guile / Clr White)

That:

1. Council grant an Easement in favour of Endeavour Energy for a Pad Mount Substation and Restriction on the Use of Land over Council owned land at Lot 1 DP860791, 92 Albatross Road, South Nowra; and

CARRIED

Note: Clr Pakes returned to the meeting at 6.35pm

SA18.247 Grant of Easement for Underground Cables to Endeavour Energy - Lot 49 DP243033 - North Nowra

HPERM Ref: D18/277754

Recommendation

That:

1. Council grant an Easement in favour of Endeavour Energy for underground cables 2 metres wide and overhead cables 9 metres wide (per Endeavour Energy plan Ref: 511156 dated June 2018) over Lot 49 DP243033 (Council public reserve located between Philip Dr and Walsh Cres, North Nowra) and accept compensation of $7,000 plus GST, provided that all costs associated with the granting of the easement, including valuation, survey and legal costs are met by Endeavour Energy; and

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Findley / Clr Guile)

That:

CARRIED

SA18.248 Positive Covenant - Asset Protection Zone - Over Part Crown land - Reserve R89771 - adjoining 2 Greville Ave, Sanctuary Point

HPERM Ref: D18/285234

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Resolve to approve the creation of a variable width Asset Protection Zone over part of Crown Reserve R89771 adjoining the western boundary of Lot 1 Sec A DP8366 by way of a positive covenant in accordance with the provisions of Section 88E, Conveyancing Act 1919;

2. Require the owners of the benefitting land comprised in Lot 1 Sec A DP8366, David and Linda Fletcher, to pay compensation to Council in the amount of $500.00 plus GST (if applicable) and to meet all costs associated with the creation of the positive covenant;

3. Require that the owners of Lot 1 Sec A DP8366 indemnify Council against any loss, injury or damages incurred whilst on Council managed land and undertaking the activities defined in the APZ Management Plan; and

4. Grant authority to affix the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to any documents required to be sealed and the General Manager be authorised to sign any documentation necessary to give effect to this resolution.

RESOLVED (Clr Gartner / Clr White) MIN18.815

That this item be deferred to the next Ordinary Council meeting.

CARRIED

SA18.249 Proposed Ground Licence to Sussex Inlet Men's Shed Inc. - Thomson Street Sporting Complex - 29 Thomson Street Sussex Inlet

HPERM Ref: D18/331087

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Enter into a one year short term ground licence over Part Lot 2 DP 1062625 Thomson Street Sporting Complex with Sussex Inlet Men’s Shed for an annual rent of $493 plus GST, with annual CPI increases, for the purpose of operating a men’s shed.

2. Authorise the General Manager to sign all documentation required to give effect to this resolution and to affix the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven to all documentation required to be sealed.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Gartner / Clr White)

That Council:

CARRIED

SA18.250 Response - MIN18.290 regarding various issues in the Huskisson Area

HPERM Ref: D18/206735

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council note the responses to the 24 April 2018 Resolution (MIN18.290) regarding various issues in the Huskisson area.

RESOLVED (Clr Guile / Clr White) MIN18.816

That Council note the responses to the 24 April 2018 Resolution (MIN18.290) regarding various issues in the Huskisson area.

CARRIED

SA18.251 Proposed Road Closure & Subdivision - Part North Crescent, Culburra Beach

HPERM Ref: D18/127393

Recommendation

That Council:

1. Resolve, as Roads Authority, to close the surplus road reserve at North Crescent Culburra Beach, adjacent to Lot 738 DP 12278, Lot 1 DP 286157, Lots 7621 and 7622 DP 1205582 and Lots 1 and 2 DP 526508 by a notice published in the Government Gazette.

2. Authorise the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documentation requiring to be sealed and delegate to the General Manager authority to sign any documentation necessary to give effect to this resolution.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Gartner / Clr Guile)

That Council:

CARRIED

SA18.252 NSW Government Saving Lives on Country Roads Program 2018-19 and 2019-20

HPERM Ref: D18/329298

Recommendation

That:

1. Council accepts the offers of funding from the NSW Government under the new Saving Lives on Country Roads Program, as follows:

a. $770,000 to upgrade Sussex Inlet Road in the vicinity of Old Berrara Road (safety barriers, delineation, sealed shoulders, and intersection improvements), and authorises the expenditure ($80,000 in 2018-19 and $690,000 in 2019-20).

b. $740,000 for the shoulder widening and sealing on Greenwell Point Road to the east of Jindy Andy Lane, and including vehicle activated signage on Greenwell Point Road (on the approaches to the Jindy Andy Lane intersection), and authorises the expenditure ($200,000 in 2018-19 and $540,000 in 2019-20).

c. $555,000 for the removal of the hazardous crest on Forest Road (to improve safety in one of the few overtaking zones on Forest Road), and authorises the expenditure ($80,000 in 2018-19 and $475,000 in 2019-20).

d. $260,000 to extend the existing guardrail and install profile edge and centre lines over the 2.2km length of Naval College Road (to the south of The Wool Road), and authorises the expenditure (completion in 2018-19).

e. $800,000 for the shoulder widening and sealing on Coonemia Road (the first 2km to the south of Culburra Road), and authorises the expenditure ($100,000 in 2018-19 and $700,000 in 2019-20).

2. The General Manager (Director Assets & Works) writes to the NSW Roads & Maritime Services, and both local State Members of Parliament, thanking them for their ongoing support of the Shoalhaven Community through the new NSW Government Saving Lives on Country Roads Program, and for the support of RMS staff in reviewing and supporting Council’s nominations for these important local road safety improvements.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Pakes / Clr White)

That:

1. Council accepts the offers of funding from the NSW Government under the new Saving Lives on Country Roads Program, as follows:

e. $800,000 for the shoulder widening and sealing on Coonemia Road (the first 2km to the south of Culburra Road), and authorises the expenditure ($100,000 in 2018-19 and $700,000 in 2019-20).

CARRIED

SA18.253 Funding Request - Volunteer Adopt A Road Programme

HPERM Ref: D17/416011

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council give in principle support to the creation of an Adopt a Road Program and that the General Manager (Assets and Works) develop a manual to cover the activities of community groups and consult with the CCBs to develop a budget consideration for the 2019/2020 financial year.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Gartner) MIN18.817

That Council give in principle support to the creation of an Adopt a Road Program and that the General Manager (Director Assets and Works) develop a manual to cover the activities of community groups and consult with the CCBs to develop a budget consideration for the 2019/2020 financial year.

CARRIED

SA18.254 Shoalhaven Coastal Zone Management Plan - certification and gazettal

HPERM Ref: D18/334265

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council receive the report on the certification and gazettal of the Shoalhaven Coastal Zone Management Plan for information.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr Gash) MIN18.818

That Council receive the report on the certification and gazettal of the Shoalhaven Coastal Zone Management Plan for information.

CARRIED

SA18.255 Shoalhaven Coastal Management Projects Updates

HPERM Ref: D18/337229

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council receive the updates on the Shoalhaven Coastal Management Projects for information.

RESOLVED (Clr Gash / Clr Alldrick) MIN18.819

That Council receive the updates on the Shoalhaven Coastal Management Projects for information.

CARRIED

SA18.256 Investigation - Repair Beach Access Ocean St Culburra

HPERM Ref: D18/199224

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council continue with cyclic maintenance reshaping of the beach access at Ocean Street, Culburra to maintain an even sand ramp to the beach.

RESOLVED (Clr Cheyne / Clr Pakes) MIN18.820

That Council continue with cyclic maintenance reshaping of the beach access at Ocean Street, Culburra to maintain an even sand ramp to the beach.

CARRIED

SA18.257 Flood Program Progress Update

HPERM Ref: D18/337316

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council receive the report for information and consider the mechanism whereby communities and State agencies might come together, with Council, to consider and progress Flood and Estuary Management programs.

RESOLVED (Clr Findley / Clr Gartner) MIN18.821

CARRIED

SA18.258 Bushcare Program Update

HPERM Ref: D18/339148

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Bushcare Program Update be received for information

RESOLVED (Clr Gash / Clr White) MIN18.822

That the Bushcare Program Update be received for information

CARRIED

SA18.259 Council's Bushfire Mitigation Program

HPERM Ref: D18/300995

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That Council’s Bushfire Mitigation Program be received for information.

RESOLVED (Clr Proudfoot / Clr White) MIN18.823

That Council’s Bushfire Mitigation Program be received for information.

CARRIED

SA18.260 Acquisition of land and easements at Mundamia for University of Wollongong Shoalhaven Campus

HPERM Ref: D18/300657

Recommendation

That Council resolve:

1. To compulsorily acquire the following land and easements for Council infrastructure servicing the University of Wollongong Shoalhaven Campus on Lot 6 DP1156684, at nominal compensation of $1:

a. Part of Lot 6 DP1156684, shown as proposed Lot 2 and coloured pink on the attached ‘Draft Acquisition Plan’.

b. Easements for Sewerage Purposes & Access 6 wide, Sewerage Purposes 6 wide, Sewerage Purposes 3 wide, Access 15 wide & variable, and Underground Cables 1 wide, all shown coloured pink on the attached ‘Draft Acquisition Plan’.

2. To compulsorily acquire the following easements for Council infrastructure over Lot 6 DP1156684, but not servicing the University of Wollongong Shoalhaven Campus, at compensation to be determined by the Valuer General:

a. A Right of Way variable width and Easements for Water Supply 2 wide, 3 wide and 8 wide, all shown coloured yellow on the attached ‘Draft Acquisition Plan’.

b. An Easement for Sewerage Purposes 3 wide and an Easement for Water Supply 6 wide, shown coloured green and blue respectively on the attached ‘Draft Acquisition Plan’.

3. To compulsorily acquire the following easements for Council infrastructure over Crown land Lot 7319 DP1165060, subject to resolving Aboriginal Land Claim and Native Title interests, at compensation determined by the Valuer General:

a. An Easement for Access 7m and 15m wide and an Easement for Water Supply 8m wide, shown edged red and blue respectively on the attached ‘Crown Lands Plan’.

4. To pay compensation and costs associated with the acquisitions from Shoalhaven Water’s Sewer and Water Funds. Compensation determined by the Valuer General to be in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.

5. That the necessary applications be made to the Minister for Local Government and the Governor. The acquisitions are to be carried out under the Local Government Act 1993.

6. That the acquired land be classified Operational land in accordance with Section 31(2) of the Local Government Act.

7. That the Common Seal of the Council of the City of Shoalhaven be affixed to any documents required to be sealed.

RECOMMENDATION (Clr Guile / Clr Pakes)